Ball State University President News RSShttp://cms.bsu.edu/news/articlesBall State University President News RSSen{F0E933C5-76B9-46FA-AEFA-CFC79D9DDBDD}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2015/2/ball-state-president-paul-w-ferguson-outlines-mission-and-vision-for-the-universityFerguson outlines a student-centered, community-engaged future for Ball StatePresident Ferguson envisions Ball State as the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders.http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/2015/02/sotuphoto1.jpgBall State President Paul W. Ferguson unveiled the Centennial Commitment strategic plan during his State of the University address on Feb. 6.http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2015/2/ball-state-president-paul-w-ferguson-outlines-mission-and-vision-for-the-universityFri, 06 Feb 2015 11:09:13 GMT{91304D77-C10B-4938-8F25-87184C358860}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2015/2/trustees-endorse-centennial-commitment-strategic-planBall State trustees endorse President Ferguson’s Centennial CommitmentBall State’s Board of Trustees unanimously support President Paul W. Ferguson’s focused strategic plan for the university’s future.Fri, 06 Feb 2015 13:46:30 GMT{DA8EE5B2-0DC9-4C84-BF50-559358C7F512}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2014/9/halbig-chosen-as-vice-president-for-government-relationsHalbig chosen as Vice President for Government RelationsIndianapolis attorney Julie Halbig has accepted the position of Vice President for Government Relations at Ball State University.Mon, 22 Sep 2014 09:10:37 GMT{18577679-2DD5-4E49-AD14-5FCA110BA29C}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2013/10/president-jo-ann-m-gora-to-retire-june-30Ball State University President Jo Ann M. Gora to retire June 30, 2014President Jo Ann Gora informed the Board of Trustees yesterday that she will retire from her position as president of Ball State University at the end of June, 2014.Tue, 04 Feb 2014 09:05:22 GMT{8F2A041C-6C98-4602-BECA-56D22126AD00}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2013/9/congressman-luke-messer-and-ball-state-create-new-leadership-academyCongressman Luke Messer and Ball State create new leadership academyCongressman Luke Messer and Ball State President Jo Ann M. Gora have established the new Congressional Leadership Academy for high-ability high school juniors in Indiana’s 6th Congressional District. http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/2013/09/13_umc039_188.jpgCongressman Luke Messer and President Jo Ann Gora attend a Sept. 6 press conference announcing the new Congressional Leadership Academyhttp://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2013/9/congressman-luke-messer-and-ball-state-create-new-leadership-academyMon, 09 Sep 2013 15:46:53 GMT{17DA28E8-569E-4270-9F05-5B870FF25265}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2013/5/charter-school-nonrenewal-decisions-affirmed-finalCharter school nonrenewal decisions affirmed, finalBall State University’s decisions not to renew five charter schools are affirmed by the recommendation of the hearing panel and President Jo Ann M. Gora.Wed, 15 May 2013 09:47:13 GMT{6B0B2387-A12E-4DA9-8D9C-9FD6B2DCB47C}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2012/10/a-conversation-with-david-letterman-and-oprah-winfrey-scheduled-for-nov-26A Conversation with David Letterman and Oprah Winfrey scheduled for Nov. 26Ball State University alumnus and CBS "Late Show" host David Letterman will return to campus on November 26 for a conversation with media icon, philanthropist Oprah WinfreyWed, 09 Jan 2013 11:16:46 GMT{F0230818-3B67-4B9A-87C0-81709E3FF5B7}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2012/3/ball-states-geothermal-system-to-be-dedicated-march-20Ball State's geothermal system to be dedicated March 20Ball State will dedicate the nation's largest geothermal system of its kind during a March 20 ceremony in Sursa Hall.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:04:58 GMT{4209BFD5-E888-4F62-ADC1-565A75A77811}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2011/9/ball-state-breaks-record-with-more-than-2108-million-in-bold-campaignBall State breaks record with more than $210.8 million in Bold campaignThe Ball State Bold capital campaign raised more than $210.8 million to benefit students.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:05:16 GMT{5C317322-1F8F-4925-9325-1004A24F8302}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2011/8/ball-state-hopeful-for-jennifer-haskells-recoveryBall State hopeful for Jennifer Haskell's recoveryBall State hopeful for Jennifer Haskell's recovery Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:05:22 GMT{49E0A8FA-38AB-4B1D-A8F7-C83CECC0FA30}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2011/3/advancement-reins-put-in-familiar-hands-akin-named-vice-presidentAdvancement reins put in familiar hands; Akin named vice presidentA former executive director for development at Ball State, T.W. Hudson Akin, returns to become vice president for university advancement. Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:05:41 GMT{50F13246-29F1-41F4-9802-4E0B236B96C3}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2011/1/mcclain-earns-presidents-medal-of-distinction-for-service-to-noblesvilleMcClain earns President's Medal of Distinction for service to NoblesvilleBall State graduate William A. McClain, a member of the Indiana Football Hall of Fame, has been presented the university's President's Medal of Distinction. <br/><br/>Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:05:50 GMT{98C5035F-E1A3-4525-9B60-7542686AA94F}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2010/11/janice-ball-fisher-19162010Janice Ball Fisher, 1916-2010The Ball State community pauses to remember Janice Ball Fisher, daughter of Edmund B. Ball, one of the five industrialist brothers who were the original sponsors of the university, and wife of the late John Fisher, another towering figure in the history of the institution.Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:15:47 GMT{E5B7593D-CE66-4089-89AE-62A507354838}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2010/11/goraclimategoraclimategoraclimatehttp://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/103299/goraclimate300.jpghttp://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2010/11/goraclimateTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:05:56 GMT{3D6DFA43-3D9A-46A2-81F1-D5794B08FE42}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2010/10/climate-commitment-earns-ball-state-national-award-from-college-presidentsClimate commitment earns Ball State national award from college presidentsThe university earns a leadership award from Second Nature and the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment as a "best example" of how higher education is helping shift society's thinking and behavior toward greater sustainability.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:05:57 GMT{EB1485AB-343F-4BD5-B540-5DA08A85D08A}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2010/8/fall-faculty-convocationFall Faculty ConvocationFall Faculty Convocationhttp://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/102517/fallmtg2.jpghttp://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2010/8/fall-faculty-convocationTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:06:06 GMT{D542FD39-C4EB-4FF2-B661-C8936B38471D}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2010/7/ball-state-begins-athletics-recertification-process-required-of-all-ncaa-membersBall State begins athletics recertification process required of all NCAA membersA committee representing broad participation from the campus community will conduct a routine assessment of the Ball State athletics program. The review must be conducted in 10-year cycles at all NCAA Division I institutions to validate alignment with the Association's goals and standards. A positive outcome would result in recertification of Ball State's participation in NCAA intercollegiate play.<br/> <br/>Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:06:10 GMT{CD942F9E-B365-4BEA-822F-D5BCBA25A1CD}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2010/3/gora-on-kids-countGora on Kids CountGora on Kids CountTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:06:21 GMT{4D55FD83-35BE-4606-B2A7-D77ED9A6F099}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2009/9/bold-campaign-racing-toward-record-goal'Bold' campaign racing toward record goalWith two years remaining in the Ball State Bold: Investing in the Future capital campaign, the university already is more than 88 percent of the way to its $200 million goal. But, while pleased with donors' response to date — especially in the current economic recession — leaders of the fundraising effort say there still is much work to be done.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:06:52 GMT{C846EF8E-562E-4449-8369-39539E03BEF4}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2009/6/john-fishers-support-for-ball-state-unequaled-president-goraJohn Fisher's support for Ball State 'unequaled:' President GoraPresident Gora marks the passing of John W. Fisher, chairman of Ball Brothers Foundation, calling the longtime friend and benefactor of Ball State a "community leader of extraordinary vision and commitment."http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/96574/fisher_john_thumbnail.jpgJohn W. Fisherhttp://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2009/6/john-fishers-support-for-ball-state-unequaled-president-goraTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:07:00 GMT{4E0CB54D-076A-4E73-9A69-1E88951E6C49}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2009/5/sen-lugar-leads-off-countrys-largest-geothermal-energy-projectSen. Lugar leads off country's largest geothermal energy projectConstruction of the country's largest geothermal heating and cooling system begins at a unique groundbreaking ceremony, with U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar doing the honors. <br/><br/>Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:07:07 GMT{18D55779-2C2C-4BA1-A09C-BCB03D93A399}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2009/4/president-to-receive-mira-award-for-ball-states-hightech-success-storyPresident to receive Mira Award for Ball State's high-tech success storySaying Ball State has given Indiana a "lasting competitive advantage" in terms of emerging media and other advanced communications, a statewide advocacy group representing Indiana's technology sector selects Ball State's president as its latest champion of high-tech innovation and investment. http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/95671/cre_gora1.jpgTechPoint has named Ball State University President Jo Ann M. Gora its 2009 Mira Awards Trailblazer for significant and lasting contributions to technology innovation in Indiana. http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2009/4/president-to-receive-mira-award-for-ball-states-hightech-success-storyTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:07:10 GMT{02F460FF-51BE-4237-B666-84F2F1528C9F}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2009/2/wbcd-interviewWBCD InterviewBall State University President Jo Ann Gora gave the keynote address to the Dubois County Area Development Corporation at its annual meeting Feb. 12. She told more than 140 audience members about the university’s economic development efforts in Indiana through Building Better Communities and the Emerging Media Initiative. Afterward, she was interviewed by WBDC reporter Joe Lacay ’08, former station manager at WCRD. Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:07:21 GMT{4A6700B0-9DAD-47C2-9F7B-9D230C8118A1}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2008/12/letterman-gives-gift-lends-name-for-new-endowed-speaker-seriesLetterman gives gift, lends name for new endowed speaker seriesGift from late night television host and alumnus David Letterman endows a new distinguished lecture and workshop series focusing on the future of communications.http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/93465/david195.jpgDavid Letterman waves to the crowd during the Sept. 7, 2007 dedication of the David Letterman Communication and Media Building. A new gift from the CBS ~~~Late Show~~~ host will fund a new lecture and workshop series at Ball State.http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2008/12/letterman-gives-gift-lends-name-for-new-endowed-speaker-seriesTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:07:38 GMT{0FD9B87F-029A-4A9C-A0D2-EB53E28C9E99}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2008/9/ball-state-president-to-moderate-one-of-three-upcoming-gubernatorial-debatesBall State president to moderate one of three upcoming gubernatorial debatesBall State President Jo Ann M. Gora will join a veteran Indiana broadcaster and a public television host as one of three moderators for the upcoming gubernatorial debates.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:07:53 GMT{435D0750-68A3-4CA3-94C3-3DD81E5B5C40}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2008/8/president-goras-2008-fall-faculty-convocation-speechPresident Gora's 2008 fall faculty convocation speechPresident highlights priorities for the coming year and recognizes faculty accomplishments.http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/90619/prez195.jpgPresident Jo Ann M. Gora delivers her fall convocation address to faculty members Friday morning in Emens Auditorium.http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2008/8/president-goras-2008-fall-faculty-convocation-speechTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:08:02 GMT{A048C6CE-B3DB-49F3-B8B4-8B1FEEF1C112}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2008/6/president-gora-travels-to-asiaPresident Gora travels to AsiaPresident Jo Ann M. Gora is one of three Ball State representatives making a trip to China and Korea June 6 to 27. This is President Gora's second trip to the region as Ball State's president.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:08:12 GMT{B689E85B-AF07-4413-9CA4-4E79F517A763}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/11/ball-states-president-honored-as-one-of-indianas-most-influential-womenBall State's president honored as one of Indiana's most influential womenIndianapolis Business Journal names President Gora one of state's most influential women.http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/84105/gora_thumbnail.jpghttp://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/11/ball-states-president-honored-as-one-of-indianas-most-influential-womenTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:08:48 GMT{43FF17C2-E888-423F-8BEB-B928E676A049}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/9/david-letterman-praises-ball-state-on-oprah-winfreys-showDavid Letterman praises Ball State on Oprah Winfrey's showDavid Letterman discusses his reaction to the David Letterman Communication and Media Building dedication and praises Ball State on Oprah Winfrey's showTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:09:16 GMT{245BABB6-0797-46DD-B22A-90102777B05B}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/9/david-letterman-thrilled-to-be-a-lasting-part-of-ball-stateDavid Letterman 'thrilled' to be a lasting part of Ball StateLate night television host David Letterman joins in festivities marking the official dedication of the university's new communication and media building named in his honor. http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/81126/lovedave300.jpg<b>A student proclaims his devotion to David Letterman.</B>http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/9/david-letterman-thrilled-to-be-a-lasting-part-of-ball-stateTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:09:20 GMT{E590C916-47A8-4680-B8E3-3DC8619493AB}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/8/ball-state-readies-welcome-for-honoree-david-lettermanBall State Readies Welcome for Honoree David LettermanBall State Readies Welcome for Honoree David LettermanTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:09:26 GMT{BCA635A6-BE63-453B-8465-7629382A2308}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/8/lugar-presents-energy-patriot-award-to-ball-state-council-on-the-environmentLugar presents Energy Patriot Award to Ball State Council on the EnvironmentBall State President Jo Ann M. Gora accepts the award on behalf of the council which provides leadership for environmental initiatives at Ball State and the surrounding community.<br/>http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/79845/lugarthumbnail.jpghttp://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/8/lugar-presents-energy-patriot-award-to-ball-state-council-on-the-environmentTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:09:40 GMT{D4D85D81-192B-4D0E-A34E-902C907F7B2B}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/8/ball-state-joins-higher-education-leaders-to-fight-global-warmingBall State joins higher education leaders to fight global warmingPresident Gora commits Ball State to sharply reducing and eventually eliminating all of the university's global warming emissions by signing the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment.http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/45122/gorathumb.jpghttp://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/8/ball-state-joins-higher-education-leaders-to-fight-global-warmingTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:09:45 GMT{C5DF2B06-931A-4B7F-BE8A-9BAE4A10B430}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/7/ball-state-names-new-building-after-famous-alumnusBall State names new building after famous alumnusBall State Board of Trustees approves naming of new communication and media building after favorite son and late night television host David Letterman. President Jo Ann Gora announces the news along with "Dave's Mom," Dorothy Mengering.http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/79691/lettermangora300.jpg<b>David Letterman~~~s mother Dorothy Mengering, left, smiles proudly while Ball State President Jo Ann M. Gora announces the university will name a new campus building after her son.</b>http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/7/ball-state-names-new-building-after-famous-alumnusTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:09:46 GMT{C2A78F3B-EA70-4253-90CC-21335F3B6660}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/4/state-budget-bill-pleases-ball-states-presidentState budget bill pleases Ball State’s presidentThe Indiana General Assembly agrees to continue support for important Ball State programs, while also approving new funding for immersive learning initiatives and increased costs of faculty research.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:10:12 GMT{3095B591-82F6-4044-B98D-EA9A0E86B119}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/4/ball-state-responds-to-virginia-polytechnic-institute-tragedyBall State responds to Virginia Polytechnic Institute tragedyPresident Jo Ann Gora responds to Virginia Polytechnic Institute tragedy.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:10:17 GMT{B2995F9C-7F0C-4F09-9E6A-E51C4F942FAA}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/4/business-journal-lauds-goras-leadership-immersive-learning-initiativesBusiness journal lauds Gora's leadership, immersive learning initiativesThe influential Indianapolis Business Journal goes in-depth about immersive learning and other initiatives at Ball State, with "Gora the Explorer" serving as guide.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:10:23 GMT{38D06EC5-EF48-4D91-BE2D-DD7EE16BE48C}http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/1/ball-state-president-wins-award-from-indiana-architecture-organizationBall State president wins award from Indiana architecture organizationThe Indiana chapter of the American Institute of Architects bestowed its Walter S. Blackburn Award to Ball State President Jo Ann M. Gora Jan. 25.http://cms.bsu.edu/-/media/www/images/news/media/73013/gora_aia300.jpg<b>Ball State President Jo Ann M. Gora was named the winner of the Walter S. Blackburn Award presented by Cory Miller, president of the board of trustees for the Indiana chapter of the American Institute of Architects.</b>http://cms.bsu.edu/news/articles/2007/1/ball-state-president-wins-award-from-indiana-architecture-organizationTue, 04 Sep 2012 09:10:51 GMT